Cass Timberlane by Sinclair Lewis, 1945 First Printing Hardcover, Wartime Edition, Vintage Novel

Cass Timberlane: A Novel of Husbands and Wives by Sinclair Lewis, published by Random House in 1945. This is a first printing of the novel, featuring its original light-colored cloth hardcover with gold SL monogram on the front and blue title panels with gold lettering on the spine. An interesting feature of this edition is the wartime publishing notice explaining that, although the text is complete and unabridged, materials were conserved in accordance with government requests during World War II.

Condition: Good
Cover:
The cloth cover has staining and discoloration, particularly along the edges and spine, along with some edge and corner wear. The spine and binding remain tight and sturdy, with no loose pages.
Pages:
The pages have yellowed naturally with age but are clean and free of writing, highlighting, or other markings. Several pages toward the back have uneven edges, with small chips and bits of excess paper, apparently resulting from original printing and trimming irregularities. All pages have been separated and turn freely. There is no dust jacket.

Synopsis:
Cass Timberlane tells the story of a respected middle-aged Minnesota judge who falls in love with and marries Jinny Marshland, a much younger woman from a different social background. Their relationship explores the challenges of marriage, differences in social standing, jealousy, and the complexities of love.

Details:
Published by Random House, New York, 1945.
First Printing.
Hardcover.
A nice addition to a collection of vintage American literature, Sinclair Lewis novels, or World War II-era books.

History
Sinclair Lewis (1885–1951) was an American novelist known for his sharp observations of American society, particularly small-town life, social expectations, and human relationships. In 1930, he became the first American writer to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature. The novel was adapted into a motion picture starring Spencer Tracy and Lana Turner, released in 1947. This first printing also reflects an interesting period in American publishing history. During World War II, publishers were encouraged to conserve essential materials, including paper and cloth. The wartime notice printed inside this book documents those conservation efforts while assuring readers that the novel's text remained complete and unabridged.
Now more than 80 years old, this copy represents both American literary history and the practical realities of publishing during wartime.

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